McDonald's Owner's Story + Milford Plaza Deal: Milford News

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01 December, 2021

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Welcome back, Milford. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Thursday, Dec. 2. First, today's weather: A brief shower or two. High: 54 Low: 40. Here are the top stories in Milford today: With Graduate Degree She Worked At McDonald's, She Now Owns Three: New Haven's Sara Natalino Amato worked her way up from fries to burgers to manager to owner. Her newest McDonald's is in Milford. (Milford Patch)Milford Plaza has new owners after $11M deal: An investment firm has purchased the grocery-anchored shopping center for $11 million. (CT Post) Milford Resident Wins $30k Lottery Prize (Milford Patch) Obituary: Anthony James Feledie Sr., 31, of Milford (Milford Patch) Obituary: Diane DeLuca, 39, of Milford (Milford Patch) Obituary: Robert "Bob" T. Heid, 91, of Milford (Milford Patch) Obituary: Dorothy Hemming, 102, of Milford (Milford Patch) Today's Milford Daily is brought to you in part by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Milford: Virtual Auction and Holiday Boutique! NOV. 29 to DEC. 5, 2021 (9:00 AM) B Cycle (Grades 10 & 11 Academics / 9 & 12 Trade) (12:00 AM) V G BKB Jonathan Law v. Sheehan (Scrim.) (3:15 PM) Teen Advisory Group (TAG) - Milford Public Library (6:00 PM) From my notebook: Lauralton Hall: "Everyone is on board during this National Day of Giving! Have you made your gift yet? Please help us continue to inspire our students by showing your support: https://bit.ly/3mx3auh #GivingTuesday #LHProud" (Facebook) Milford Ct Garden Club: "Lovely morning with some beautiful ladies creating holiday wreaths to donate to local nonprofits. Thank you to Steve Johnson from PW for visiting our works in progress." (Facebook) Milford Ct Garden Club: "A blast from the past! Thank you KK for sharing!" (Facebook) Pantochino Productions: "Treat your family this weekend! Cabaret seating. Bring your own snacks. Tickets at pantochino.com #happy #christmas #christmastree #milfordct #connecticut #musicaltheatre #newmusical" (Instagram) The Boys & Girls Club of Milford, CT: "Our inventions from Meadowside!" (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "Watch the video to see what Empire Wild thought of their experience at The MAC but make it quick cause it's contest time! Time to get fancy with it. From 8p-8:59pm and make a $5,000 donation and above and be in a drawing for a pair of ti..." (Facebook) Lauralton Hall Alumnae: "Just a few more hours to go! Be among those who supported LH on #GivingTuesday and make your gift now. We need you and we appreciate your support! https://bit.ly/3mx3auh #LHProud" (Facebook) Lauralton Hall: "Just a few more hours to go! Be among those who supported LH on #GivingTuesday and make your gift now. We need you and we appreciate your support! https://bit.ly/3mx3auh #LHProud" (Facebook) Lauralton Hall: "Thanks to everyone who generously donated to Lauralton Hall yesterday! If you didn't get the chance to give, there's still time to help us inspire our students to excellence. Every gift matters and makes a difference. Click here to donat..." (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "Gratitude Post. Thank you Andy Bishop for your donation! Reminder From 8p-8:59pm and make a $5,000 donation and above and be in a drawing for a pair of tickets for The MAC's 50th Anniversary Gala to be held in the fall of 2022. $18,975 t..." (Facebook) Bridges Healthcare, Inc.: "Bridges' MATT's Van can help prevent deadly fentanyl overdoses. Our goal is to save lives - providing fast access to treatment. Fentanyl testing strips are available for those who are not yet ready to start treatment, but are trying to s..." (Facebook) Lauralton Hall Alumnae: "Everyone is on board during this National Day of Giving! Have you made your gift yet? Please help us continue to inspire our students by showing your support: https://bit.ly/3mx3auh #GivingTuesday #LHProud" (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "Gratitude Post. Thank you Laurence Smith for your donation! https://milfordarts.org/giving... #SupportLocalVenues #MilfordCT #SupportLocalArts #SupportLocalArtists #SupportLocalBusiness #GivingTuesday #GiveLocal #GivingBackToTheComm..." (Facebook) Milford Public Library: "See what's new this week at the Milford Public Library at: *** http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb... *** There are two new bestsellers, 128 new children's books, and 58 other new books. The new bestsellers this week are "The Holiday ..." (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "It's contest time! Get happy at the 5pm hour with a donation of $500 and above from 5pm - 5:59pm and be in a drawing for two MAC wine glasses and a table for two to a performance of Hitch at The Milford Arts Council in February. (date wi..." (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "The Milford Arts Council is one of the only arts organizations in the state of Connecticut that supports every aspect of the arts in an intimate and impactful space. However, the space inbetween the things you don't see, that is where mu..." (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "It's contest time! Have a night cap and help us close out strong. Donate $500 and above during the final hour of 11pm - 11:59pm and be in a drawing for two MAC wine glasses and a table for two to a performance of Hitch at The Milford Art..." (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "Gratitude Post. Thank you Christine Cody for your donation! https://milfordarts.org/giving... #SupportLocalVenues #MilfordCT #SupportLocalArts #SupportLocalArtists #SupportLocalBusiness #GivingTuesday #GiveLocal #GivingBackToTheComm..." (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "Gratitude Post. Thank you Mr. & Mrs. Mark Weber for your donation! https://milfordarts.org/giving... #SupportLocalVenues #MilfordCT #SupportLocalArts #SupportLocalArtists #SupportLocalBusiness #GivingTuesday #GiveLocal #GivingBackTo..." (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "Gratitude Post. Thank you Douglas Jones for your donation! https://milfordarts.org/giving... #SupportLocalVenues #MilfordCT #SupportLocalArts #SupportLocalArtists #SupportLocalBusiness #GivingTuesday #GiveLocal #GivingBackToTheCommu..." (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "Our goal with our Giving Tuesday campaign is to fund a pair of speakers, an updated projector, and an updated stage lighting fuse board. The grand total of these items is $20,000. $19,515 away from goal-- just 8 hours left!! https://milf..." (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "The Milford Arts Council is one of the only arts organizations in the state of Connecticut that supports every aspect of the arts in an intimate and impactful space. However, the space inbetween the things you don't see, that is where mu..." (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "We are still $19,365 away from goal. We have 5 hours left. Won't you help support the arts by making a donation now? https://milfordarts.org/giving... #SupportLocalVenues #MilfordCT #SupportLocalArts #SupportLocalArtists #SupportLoc..." (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "Our goal with our Giving Tuesday campaign is to fund a pair of speakers, an updated projector, and an updated stage lighting fuse board. The grand total of these items is $20,000. https://milfordarts.org/giving... #SupportLocalVenue..." (Facebook) Lauralton Hall Alumnae: "Thanks to everyone who generously donated to Lauralton Hall yesterday! If you didn't get the chance to give, there's still time to help us inspire our students to excellence. Every gift matters and makes a difference. Click here to donat..." (Facebook) Literacy Volunteers of Southern Connecticut: "Get a jump on your holiday shopping this coming Friday -- and help Literacy Volunteers at the same time! On Friday, December 3, Barnes & Noble in Milford will host a book fair from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Pick up a voucher from an LVSCT volu..." (Facebook) Ansantawae Lodge: "Ansantawae Lodge No. 89 — December 2021 Trestle Board http://ansantawae89.com/tb/2021/Ans_TB_12_2021_Digital.pdf" (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "Gratitude Post. Thank you Adam DiMartino for your donation! It's the last 30 minutes of giving Tuesday. Help us finish strong and you could win a prize! Donate $500 and above during the final hour of 11pm - 11:59pm and be in a drawing fo..." (Facebook) Milford Arts Council, the MAC: "Gratitude Post. Thank you Barb McCoy for your donation! Thank you to EVERYONE who has donated!!! We may not have reached our goal, but the money that was donated will help make a dent towards the funds needed to continue making the impro..." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: New Haven Painters — Free Quotes on Interior Exterior and Cabinets! (Visit website) Real Estate Salesperson Delaney Smith — Friendly No Pressure Real Estate Agent (Visit Website) Real Estate Agent Nick Vicino — Licensed Real Estate Agent Buying or Selling (Visit website) R & D Cleaning Service — Home & Office Cleaning Service Add your business here Events: Virtual Auction and Holiday Boutique! NOV. 29 to DEC. 5, 2021 (December 2) Dinner and a Comedy Show in New Haven! (December 2) 80th Annual Christmas Fair (December 4) 80th Annual Christmas Fair (December 4) 2nd Annual Journey Expo (December 4) A WINTER BALLET 2021 - NUTCRACKER Saturday, December 4th @ 1pm or 7pm (December 4) FTC Comedy Presents: Robert Kelly (December 4) Nativity Festival (December 4) Christmas Fair (December 5) WBA Holiday Party (December 6) WBA Holiday Party. All Are Welcome. (December 6) ExploreND: Notre Dame Open House (December 7) Taxes In Retirement Seminar (December 7) Taxes In Retirement Seminar (December 9) Add your event For sale: Corelle Winter Holly (Details) Add your item Other classifieds: Attention Hiring Managers - Hire Faster (Details) Add your classified If you're feeling these newsletters, consider bringing some more friends and neighbors along for the ride. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Chris Rhatigan About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Milford Daily? I'm all ears. 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